Santa Rosa Care Center
1650 North Santa Rosa Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85712
Santa Rosa Care Center is a nursing home in Tucson, Arizona. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS abuse icon
CMS adds this icon when it cites a home for abuse that hurt a resident in the past year. It also adds it when it cites a home for abuse that could have hurt someone, in each of the past two years.
Changed ownership in the last 12 months
CMS records show a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
CMS star ratings
- 3 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- not rated by CMS CMS staffing star rating
- 5 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (520) 795-1610
- Last standard health inspection
- August 29, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Certified beds
- 144
- Residents per day, on average
- Not listed by CMS
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Rillito River Healthcare, INC.
- Chain
- The Ensign Group
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Arizona average (27 vs 21).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to not rated by CMS.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Changed ownership in the last 12 months
CMS records show a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 4.1 to 3.4 hours per resident per day.
CMS update of June 24, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of May 27, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
1 citation
Health inspection on February 20, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 24, 2026.
1 citation
Health inspection on October 31, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 13, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0600 9 times since 2022.
6 citations
Health inspection on August 29, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 30, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 30, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
CMS lists it as corrected on November 7, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0645 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 25, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0658 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 25, 2025.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 15, 2025.
6 citations
Fire safety inspection on August 29, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0039. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 24, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for E0039 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 30, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0363 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 1, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0918 3 times since 2022.
Citation E0030. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 19, 2025.
Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 27, 2025.
Citation K0923. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0923 2 times since 2023.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 4 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on June 13, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 14, 2025.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of March 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on February 7, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 8, 2025.
1 citation
Health inspection on December 18, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 19, 2024.
2 citations
Health inspection on November 1, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 2, 2024.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 2, 2024.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on October 21, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 22, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on September 23, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 25, 2024.
CMS update of August 29, 2024
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
1 citation
Health inspection on April 1, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 25, 2024.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of December 21, 2023
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
6 citations
Health inspection on October 27, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 6, 2023.
Citation F0565. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2023.
Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 2023.
Citation F0759. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 8, 2023.
Citation F0814. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 6, 2023.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 8, 2023.
7 citations
Fire safety inspection on October 27, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0004. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2023.
Citation K0222. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2023.
Citation K0341. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2023.
Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2023.
Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2023.
Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2023.
Citation K0918. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2023.
5 citations
Health inspection on September 1, 2022
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 23, 2022.
Citation F0758. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 23, 2022.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 23, 2022.
Citation F0604. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 23, 2022.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 23, 2022.
9 citations
Fire safety inspection on September 1, 2022
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0039. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2022.
Citation K0223. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2022.
Citation K0342. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2022.
Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2022.
Citation K0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2022.
Citation K0914. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2022.
Citation K0918. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2022.
Citation K0920. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2022.
Citation K0921. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2022.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- ROWE, CHRISTOPHEROperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/01/2025
- SINGH, HARBIROperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/01/2025
Questions
When was Santa Rosa Care Center last inspected?
CMS lists August 29, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Santa Rosa Care Center have?
CMS lists 27 health citations since September 1, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Santa Rosa Care Center been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
What is the CMS star rating of Santa Rosa Care Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 3 of 5.
Is Santa Rosa Care Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.